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The Barbu de Watermael is a small bantam breed from Belgium that is by our reckoning the cutest chicken we’ve ever seen.
Egg Color white
Egg Size Very small
Average number of eggs per year 100
Gamefowl no
Country of Origin Belgium
Also called Watermaalse Baardkriel
Cold tolerant yes
Year of import(s) 2019
This endangered Belgian game fowl is striking in appearance and is also the cousin to the well-known Liege Fighter. The Bruges Fighter has a fierce appearance but is generally friendly toward people.
Egg Color tinted
Egg Size Large
Average number of eggs per year 150
Gamefowl yes
Country of Origin Belgium
Also called Brugse Vechter
Cold tolerant yes
Year of import(s) 2021
Although this giant, muscular Belgian game fowl has a fierce appearance, Liege Fighters are generally friendly toward people and can be an excellent choice for the dedicated hobbyist willing to explore the extremes of the poultry kingdom.
Egg Color tinted
Egg Size Large
Average number of eggs per year 150
Gamefowl yes
Country of Origin Belgium
Also called Luikse Vechter
Cold tolerant yes
This giant lays an enormous number of eggs. With its feathered shanks and cuckoo feather pattern, it's one of our most popular dual-purpose breeds and for good reason!
Egg Color tan
Egg Size Jumbo
Average number of eggs per year 140 - 160
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds Yes
Country of Origin Belgium
Also called Mechelse Koekoek
Cold tolerant yes
Year of import(s) 2013
The Mechelen Turkey Head is currently very endangered in its native range, and good specimens with the desired, typical heads are rare.
Egg Color tinted
Egg Size Large
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds Yes
Country of Origin Belgium
Also called Melchelse Kalkoen Kop
Cold tolerant yes
Year of import(s) 2021